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How is lactic acid bacteria beneficial to us other than helping in curdling the milk?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Introduction to Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB)**: Lactic acid bacteria, such as Lactobacillus, are microorganisms that play a crucial role in various fermentation processes, including the curdling of milk. 2. **Lactose Fermentation**: In milk, there is a sugar called lactose. When lactic acid bacteria act on lactose, they ferment it to produce lactic acid. This process is essential for the formation of curd from milk. 3. **Anaerobic Respiration**: Lactic acid bacteria are anaerobic organisms, meaning they can respire in the absence of oxygen. This characteristic allows them to thrive in environments like milk. ...
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